What Happened to Scott Gavin Erickson?
Scott Gavin Erickson is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for 15 seasons, notably winning the 1991 World Series with the Minnesota Twins and throwing a no-hitter. After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and broadcasting, but has recently been embroiled in a high-profile civil lawsuit stemming from a fatal 2020 car crash involving his former girlfriend, Rebecca Grossman.
Quick Answer
Scott Erickson, the former MLB pitcher, is currently involved in a civil wrongful death lawsuit as of August 2026, stemming from a 2020 car crash that killed two young brothers. His former lover, Rebecca Grossman, was convicted of murder in 2024 for the incident, and Erickson himself was found negligent by a jury in the civil trial. He testified in May 2026, admitting to deleting text messages and having little left of his career earnings, while denying he was racing.
📊Key Facts
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Born in Long Beach, California
Scott Gavin Erickson was born in Long Beach, California.
Drafted by Minnesota Twins
Erickson was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 4th round of the amateur draft out of the University of Arizona.
MLB Debut
Made his Major League Baseball debut with the Minnesota Twins.
World Series Champion and All-Star
Was a key member of the Minnesota Twins team that won the World Series, earned All-Star status, and finished as the AL Cy Young runner-up.
Throws No-Hitter
Pitched a no-hitter for the Minnesota Twins against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Retires from MLB
Concluded his 15-season Major League Baseball career.
Begins Coaching Career
Transitioned into coaching, working with minor league affiliates of the Cleveland Indians.
Joins Pac-12 Network as Analyst
Started working as a game analyst for the Pac-12 Network, providing commentary on college baseball.
Involved in Fatal Car Crash
Was driving his SUV, allegedly racing Rebecca Grossman, when she fatally struck two young brothers in Westlake Village.
Rebecca Grossman Convicted of Murder
His former lover, Rebecca Grossman, was convicted of two counts of second-degree murder for the 2020 crash and sentenced to 15 years to life in prison.
Co-authors new book 'In the Low'
Co-authored the book 'In the Low: Honest Prayers for Dark Seasons' with Justin McRoberts.
Art Exhibition at Calvin University
Featured in 'The Art of Scott Erickson' exhibition at Calvin University, showcasing his work as a touring painter and creative curate.
Testifies in Civil Wrongful Death Trial
Testified in the civil wrongful death lawsuit filed by the Iskander family, denying racing but admitting to deleting text messages and having limited funds.
Ongoing Legal Implications
Continues to face legal and financial implications from the civil wrongful death lawsuit, with a jury having found him negligent in the 2020 fatal crash.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Scott Gavin Erickson, born February 2, 1968, carved out a notable 15-season career as a Major League Baseball pitcher. Drafted by the Minnesota Twins in 1989, he quickly rose through the ranks, making his MLB debut in 1990. A key highlight of his early career was being a member of the 1991 World Series champion Twins, where he also earned All-Star status and finished as the AL Cy Young runner-up. Known for his groundball pitching style, Erickson led the league in double plays five times and threw a no-hitter in 1994. He played for several teams, including the Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets, Texas Rangers, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Yankees, before retiring.
Following his retirement from professional baseball, Erickson remained connected to the sport through various roles. He transitioned into coaching, working with minor league affiliates of the Cleveland Indians, focusing on pitching mechanics and player development. He also served as a game analyst for the Pac-12 Network, providing commentary on college baseball. These roles allowed him to share his extensive knowledge and experience with new generations of players and fans.
A significant turning point in Erickson's post-playing life came on September 29, 2020, when he was involved in a tragic incident. He was driving his Mercedes SUV, allegedly racing his then-lover, Rebecca Grossman, when Grossman fatally struck two young brothers, Mark and Jacob Iskander, in a Westlake Village crosswalk. While Grossman was convicted of two counts of second-degree murder in 2024 and sentenced to 15 years to life in prison, Erickson faced a separate legal battle.
As of 2026, Erickson is a central figure in a civil wrongful death lawsuit filed by the Iskander family against him and Grossman. In May 2026, he testified in the civil trial, denying he was racing Grossman but acknowledging that he dodged the boys with his vehicle while Grossman, speeding behind him, did not. During his testimony, Erickson admitted to deleting numerous text messages exchanged with Grossman after the crash and stated that he had little left of the approximately $46 million he earned during his MLB career. Jurors in the civil trial found both Erickson and Grossman negligent, determining they "acted in concert with each other in the course of their activities, leading to the fatal collision." The legal proceedings continue to impact his public image and financial standing.
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